Inventory Specialist - Prairieland FS - Jacksonville, IL

 

At Prairieland FS, you have the opportunity to make an immediate impact. Working with the industry's top professionals, you'll develop new expertise through varied job experiences and company-sponsored training programs. And you'll be recognized and rewarded for your contributions. Plus, FS believes in attracting and retaining diverse talent. You can contribute your unique experiences and background to build a community that fosters mutual respect and meaningful relationships.

 

 

                                                                                                                                                                                                               

Inventory Control Specialist

 

 

REPORTS TO: Assistant Controller                                                                                                          STATUS: Non-Exempt

 

PAY RANGE: $19.00 to $25.00 / hour 

 

In addition to base pay, you may be eligible for overtime, commission, performance-based increases, and bonuses. 

 

Prairieland FS, Inc. is a full-service agricultural and energy supplier dedicated to providing high-quality products and services to improve customer profitability. 

 

We are committed to excellence and envision being the leading supplier of choice. 

 

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

 

Prairieland FS, Inc. is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Inventory Control Specialist who is responsible for ensuring inventory accuracy through monitoring, auditing, and maintaining inventory records. This role supports warehouse and operational functions by investigating discrepancies, coordinating inventory counts, and optimizing inventory control processes to ensure accurate financial reporting.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

 

• Counts materials, equipment, merchandise, or supplies in stock and posts total inventory records.
• Compares inventories to office records or computes figures from records such as sales orders, production records, or purchase invoices to obtain current inventory.
• Reconciles inventory transactions, including receipts, transfers, adjustments, and shipments.
• Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in inventory reporting.
• Prepares work papers for audits of company accounts.
• Collaborates with cross-functional departments to resolve inventory-related issues.
• Verifies clerical computations against physical count of stock and adjusts errors in computation or count, then investigates and reports reasons for discrepancies.
• Prepares reports required by the government and regulatory agencies.
• Assists with year-end physical inventory counts and external audits.
• Performs office production and procedures while promoting the efficiency of workflow.
• Enters transactions into the software systems, validating all required documentation to support the transaction.
• Enters, organizes, and maintains accurate data within the software systems.
• Implements operational adjustments due to tax code revisions.
• Follows all company safety standards and regulatory requirements related to inventory handling.
• Monitors compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and company procedures.
• Assists customers by providing accurate information, resolving inquiries, and directing calls to the appropriate department when needed.

 

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

 

• Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA, and DOT policies and procedures as they apply.
• Follows Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA, and DOT policies and procedures as they apply.
• Responsible for maintaining the assigned vehicle according to company standards.
• Responsible for maintaining company equipment according to